Description
Based at the so much latest archaeological discoveries, this volume offers a balanced interpretation of the complex relationships between Aztec cultural practices, social order, and non secular myths and symbols. Along with examining such topics as the traditional Aztec calendar, commerce, art, and human sacrifice, Carrasco considers the have an effect on and influence Aztec culture continues to have on up to date Mexican society. Heavily illustrated, this book also features a chronology of Central Mexico, a thesaurus, and a selected bibliography.